In an exhilarating fourth women’s T20 International held in Thiruvananthapuram, Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana delivered outstanding half-century performances that led India to a commanding 30-run victory over Sri Lanka. This triumph secured a flawless 4-0 series sweep for the Indian team.

Strong Start with Record Partnership

Batting first, India started with an aggressive front as Shafali and Smriti built a record-breaking 130-run partnership.
Key details include:

• Shafali Verma scored 65 runs off just 38 balls
• Smriti Mandhana contributed a brilliant 70 runs from 42 deliveries

Their dominant stroke play set a robust foundation, helping India post a competitive total of 180 for 4 wickets in 20 overs. The crowd at Greenfield International Stadium witnessed a thrilling performance, roaring with applause after each boundary.

Sri Lanka’s Response and India’s Bowling Prowess

Sri Lanka began their chase steadily but gradually lost momentum due to India’s tight bowling attack. Highlights of the bowling effort include:

1. Medium-pacer Renuka Singh taking key early wickets
2. Disciplined bowling and sharp fielding restricting Sri Lanka to 150 for 7

Sri Lanka’s captain Shashikala Siriwardene was the top scorer with 45 runs but did not receive consistent support from her teammates, leading to their 30-run shortfall.

Team Praise and Future Outlook

India’s captain, Harmanpreet Kaur, commended the opening duo: “Shafali and Smriti played exceptionally well today. Their partnership gave us a great platform.” She added that the win demonstrates the team’s depth and commitment.

The series victory keeps India’s momentum strong heading into upcoming international fixtures. Shafali Verma’s confident batting has been a standout across the series, boosting both team morale and rankings.

Fans worldwide celebrated India’s dominance throughout the series, looking forward to their performance in major tournaments later this year.

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